Islam and Muslims Archive
30 Aug 2019
Significance of the Month of Muharram According to the Quran and Sunnah
Muharram is one of the fourth sacred holy months mentioned in the Holy Quran. The holy month of Muharram is the 1st month of the Islamic calendar. Muharram is a great and blessed month. The month of Muharram is so blessed by Allah (SWT) that He declared the month of Muharram as His month and
28 Aug 2019
8 Benefits of Istighfar from the Holy Quran
Islam is the religion of peace and love that provide its follower’s complete guideline on how to live a meaningful life. Perfection is only the quality of Almighty Allah. Human beings were always flawed and they did commit sins. Allah (SWT) bestowed humans a free will that often leads them to commit sins whether small
26 Aug 2019
Concept of Forgiveness in Islam- Ways Lead to Forgiveness
Human beings are not perfect they make mistakes or commit sins unintentionally. In religion Islam, all that is needed is to recognize the mistake or sin, improve it and seek forgiveness from Allah Almighty and also from other human beings. Anyone who has committed sin can ask forgiveness directly from the Lord, there is no
22 Aug 2019
Tips to Help Kids in Memorizing the Quran
The Holy Quran is the 4th sacred book of Almighty Allah. The Noble Quran has a great status in the lives of Muslims. It is the book of guidance not just for Muslims but for the whole of mankind. Muslims seek guidance in every matter of life from the Noble Quran. In order to understand
20 Aug 2019
Ayahs from Quran to Perform Sujood al-Tilaawah
The Holy Quran is the last sacred book of Almighty Allah which revealed on Prophet Muhammad (SAW). The Noble Quran consists of Surahs and Ayahs (verses) in which some verses are known as Ayat-e-Sajdah or verses of prostration. It is obligatory to prostrate at the end either after having recitation or listening to the Ayah.
17 Aug 2019
The Significance, Virtues, & Manners of Adhan (Call to Prayer)
Adhan is an Arabic word which means “to call or inform.” In the religious term, adhan means holy words uttered to inform Muslims about the time of prayer. A person who calls adhan is called a “Muezzin”. Adhan is called five times a day to remind Muslims to offer five obligatory prayers. Adhan is the
09 Aug 2019
The 7 Steps of Hajj- Hajj Guide for Pilgrims
Hajj is one of the fundamental pillars of Islam and performed in the month of Dhul Hijjah. Hajj is the 5th pillar of Islam which is undertaken by Muslims at least once in their lifetime to express their faith in and obedience towards Allah Almighty. Hajj purifies the sins and the pilgrims become like a
06 Aug 2019
List of Important Places to Visit During Hajj (Pilgrimage)
The Hajj is one of the five pillars of Islam. Pilgrimage is considered one of the greatest religious duties which are obligatory on every financially stable Muslim. Allah Almighty says in the Noble Quran: “It is on people for the sake of Allah to perform Hajj of his house, anyone who is able to undertake the
02 Aug 2019
12 Facts About Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) is the last Prophet and Messenger of Almighty Allah, who was born in 570 A.D in the city of Makkah. He(PBUH) received a revelation from Allah (SWT) when the angel named Jibrael (AS) was sent down by Allah to disclose the very first five Ayahs from Surah Al-Alaq upon Him which is
30 Jul 2019
How Muslims Celebrate Eid-ul-Adha
The meaning of the word Eid is ‘Happiness’ ‘Joy’ ‘festival’ and Adha means ‘Sacrifice’. So the word Eid ul Adha means the “Festival of Sacrifice”. Eid is a worldwide festival and celebration for muslims. In Islam, muslims celebrate two types of Eid named as Eid ul Fitr and Eid ul Adha. Eid ul Fitr is celebrated